Jackie Almeida is often described as a natural beauty, but if you take the time to read her blog at JACKIELAND.COM or chat with her on any of her social media accounts it doesn't take long to realize she is SO much more than a successful model! This woman has a contagious energy and incredible spirit that will instantly make you strive to be better, its insane!

Since 2005 I am modeling and traveling around the world, at the moment I am based in Barcelona. I starred in several tv commercials, advertising campaigns, lingerie and bikini catalogues, music videos and short movies. ​In addition to working as a model, I dedicate my time to my blog that I write and edit about my lifestyle, interests, and being a vegan. I believe in good energies, that we should inspire each other in order to have a better life together with Mother Earth.

MSA: When and why did you become vegetarian/vegan?Jackie: 7 years ago I became vegetarian after trying an exotic meet in South Africa and finding out that was an animal I love. After 3 years of being vegetarian I became vegan because of love. But the most important reason why I've decided for this life style was to come back to nature and our real belongings. Being vegan for me is being awake, being 100% connected with nature and expressing some love to my body by eating real food.

MSA: Why is it important for models to use their voice and speak out?Jackie: I want to be part of a generation that help to safe lives instead of posting selfies. If you have any audience why not inspire them for something that will benefit the entire world. ​MSA: What animal cruelty issues are you most passionate about and why?Jackie: The lack of respect. Everything comes from that. If you have the awareness that if we respect every living being we can create a better world. We can start talking about world peace. ​

​MSA: If you were a spice what would you be and why?Jackie: Cinnamon, because of my skin and because it can be used in both sweet and savoury foods. Like me, I am sweet but when is necessary I can be, let's say, strong. ;)

MSA: Astrological sign?Jackie: Aries, rising sing in Aquarius. ​MSA: What is your favorite quote to live by?Jackie: "Everything is possible."

MSA: 5things you can’t live without.Jackie:Family, because they give me love.Friends, because they make me smile.Smile, because it generates energy. Food, because it's so good.Helping others, because it makes me feel alive. ​

Photog: Sturlese Visual Arts

MSA: Morning or night person?Jackie: I love shining mornings, buuut I am a night person. My best ideas come in the evening, and it is when I also write publications for my blog.

MSA: Where do you dream to travel one day?Jackie: My list is big, after being in more than 25 countries on the top of my list I have Israel. ​MSA: What is your favorite animal and why?Jackie: I love Koalas because their fur is soft and they are lazy. I wish I could have one as a pet . ​

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